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Hospice services get a new building

WhidbeyHealth Hospice will soon have their own space outside of the hospital in Coupeville.

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Judge denies request for new attorney

An Oak Harbor man accused of rape and kidnapping won’t get a new attorney ahead of a trial…

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Ferry line threat leads to arrest

A man is accused of threatening to slash a driver’s tires because he felt she cut him off…

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Whidbey Navy officer accused of paying teenager for sex

A Navy officer is facing sex trafficking charges for allegedly raping a 14-year-old he met on an app

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County offers $50k for fireworks

Island County officials want people to have a blast on the Fourth of July.

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Deputy accused of rape quits job after internal inquiry

An internal investigation of a former Sheriff’s deputy describes details of the criminal case.

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County to study possible improvements to jail

The Island County jail houses a diverse range of individuals.

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Hawkins retiring as district court judge

Island County District Court Judge Bill Hawkins will leave behind a remarkable legal legacy.

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State budget has $2.5M for island projects

Lawmakers secured funds for workforce housing, a feasibility study for a sports complex and more.

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An architect’s drawing shows what the proposed hotel would look like in downtown Oak Harbor.

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Developers plan Hilton hotel in downtown Oak Harbor

Developers are planning to build an extended-stay Hilton hotel in downtown Oak Harbor.

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Myres announces candidacy for Island County commissioner

Langley resident is fourth candidate for the District 1 seat

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Shoplifting turns into gunplay on South Whidbey

A thief threatened an employee at Goose Community Grocer with a handgun.

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Piper the happy puppy is looking for a good home.

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WAIF sees increase in pet surrenders

WAIF experienced a significant increase in dog and cat intakes last year.